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PAVING CREW OPERATOR
Company:	Knife River - Western Oregon Division	Department:	Construction
Location:	Portland Metro , OR	Hiring Manager:	Matthew R Wilson
Closing Date:	02/26/2025 at 11:59pm CDT	Job Type:	Full-Time

Job Summary:
Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today! Knife River has an immediate opening for Paving Crew Team Members in the Portland Metro Area. We offer competitive wages with a full benefits package. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: - Perform assigned task on paving crew as directed. This may include various equipment operations and laboring - Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed - Other duties assigned as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Previous experience or background in all types of asphalt paving, i.e., streets, highways, parking lots and small commercial projects - Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push and be on your feet for long periods of time, in all weather conditions - Class A CDL with tanker helpful or the ability to obtain one - Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen - Ability to work flexible shifts which include days, nights, weekends and overtime - Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers Pay will be $30-$50 plus fringe on applicable projects
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: -Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance -Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts -401K with Company Match -Profit Sharing -8 Paid Holidays -Paid Time Off -Life Insurance -Employee Assistance Program -Safety Incentives -Years of Service Recognition
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
Veterans: Put your SKills to Work with Us!
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Paving Crew Screed Operator Position. Navy: Advanced Equipment Operator Air Force: Pavements and Construction Equipment Helper Pavements and Construction Equipment Apprentice Pavements and Construction Equipment Journeyman Pavements and Construction Equipment Craftsman Pavements and Construction Equipment Army: Concrete and Asphalt Equipment Operator Coast Guard: Equipment Operator - Construction Marines: Basic Engineer, Construction and Equipment Marine Engineer Equipment Operator

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PAVING CREW OPERATOR